Caring in America

Richard
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We are the Podcast for Caregivers and the Care Recipient.As Rosalynn Carter stated, There are only four kinds of people in the world — those that have been caregivers, those that are caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”We introduce the Elder Care Experts, who provide their wisdom to educate about Care and all the components around it. Our goal is to make the Caregiver and the Care Recipient aware of as many Elder Care Resources as possible. We tell stories of Care in America. Stories of Love, Compassion, Frustration, Understanding and Patience in Elder Care.

  1. 2D AGO

    Ep 120, The Home Team, A Conversation about Care, Caring in America

    The Home Team and Care Learn why Home Care and a Senior Living Placement Specialist is on each Home Team Care will be realistic for 95% of us! We must understand Care, where it is available and how it works Stuff happens, better to be Prepared! In-Home Care Can you bring care in the Home? Does the Home work, for care? Care in Senior Living, A Placement Specialist They work like a Realtor They have knowledge of Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care What location is the best for Mom, Dad, Grandparents or a Spouse? Take a Tour of the Community The Family, a Friend, a Neighbor provides Care! We must understand, how this will impact Mom's Life and our Life! We need a Plan! An Aging Life Care Expert Professionals to help you Plan and or react in Crisis We must understand Cost of Care! Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    22 min

  2. APR 10

    Ep 119, The Home Team, A Conversation about Estate and Financial Planning, Caring in America

    Learn why we are building the Home Team Learn the importance of An Estate Planning Attorney on the Home Team Learn the importance of a Financial Planner on the Home Team Learn why they both apply whether your in your mid 20's to 90+ https://aplan2age.org/home-team/find-your-home-team/ Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    16 min

  3. MAR 13

    Ep 118, A Conversation with Bryan Devore, SRES, Creator of Senior Spaces, Talking Senior Spaces and the Home Team, Caring in America

    A Conversation with Bryan Devore the creator of Senior Spaces Watch him meet with Rick and Mary, an older couple, what are they going to do? Modify the home and age in place, in their home? Modify the home, sell it and downsize? Modify the home, sell it and move to Senior Living? Did Rick and Mary know really know what other Professional Services they may need as they age? They did not. Enter The Home Team! 10-12 Professionals in 100 Cities around the Country! The Hone Team is your Team! Providers of needed Services as we age, Nationwide! Do Rick and Mary have an Estate Plan? If they sell the home do they have a Financial Planner to invest the money? Do they have an Estate Plan? Do they need to Finance Care, potentially with Long Term Care Insurance or a Life Insurance Settlement? What Professional Services do you need?  The Home Team, Coming to your City! Realtor, Home Modification, Home Care, Placement Specialist, Reverse Mortgage, Real Estate Lending, Insurance Settlement, Home Organizer, Financial Planner, Estate Planner and Long Term Care Insurance and more Watch Senior Spaces on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2rrxASMcjrg Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    21 min

  4. FEB 13

    Ep 117, The Home Team, Working with Homeowners, in Your City, Caring in America

    The Home Team--Powered by APlan2age! Aging isn’t a someday conversation – It’s happening across America at record rates right now. This is a new level that our country has not seen before…and we are not currently prepared for it. That’s where the Home Team comes in. We are bringing together trusted professionals to help families prepare, plan, and navigate aging with confidence.  Partnering with Bryan Devore, host of Senior Spaces, through powerful storytelling and real-life education- similar to an HGTV-style experience- we show homeowners what it truly takes to age well at home and beyond. Because no one should have to figure it out alone. Each Local home team, to be built in 100 Cities, will include experts in aging fields related to: The Home: Realtor, Home Modification, Organization Money: Financial Planning, Reverse Mortgage, Lending, Insurance Settlement Future Planning: In-Home Care, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Insurance, Placement Why does the Home Teams Matter? Too often, families wait until a fall, a diagnosis, or a hospital discharge to start planning. That’s when decisions become reactive, emotional, and expensive. Home Teams change the narrative. A Home Team is a collaborative group of professionals who support families through every stage of aging. Together, they provide proactive guidance before a crisis happens. We help homeowners, through real challenges, with real solutions- demonstrating how coordinated planning can Are you a Professional who should be on the Home Team? Reach out-info@aplan2age.org Senior Spaces debuts the 1st week of March! Here is the trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icjn_sKaYhg Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    13 min

  5. JAN 30

    Ep 116, A Conversation with Jacklyn Ryan, Know your Caregiver, Caring in America

    Learn about her journey as a reluctant Senior Advocate Learn about "One fall does it All" Learn about taking care of Mom and Dad Learn about a caregiver who was not vetted Learn about a lack of a background check Learn about a 7 year journey Learn about Meth and a mug shot Learn about older dad "helping out" the caregiver Learn about the Right and Wrong Home Care Learn about money and the wrong caregiver Learn about a "Scaretaker" Learn about her new ventures Learn about what adult children can do to protect their older loved ones Learn about an aging population and getting dependable and trusted care Learn about doing your homework! info@caregiverscaretakers.com https://caregiverscaretakers.com/ Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    26 min

  6. JAN 21

    Ep 115, A Conversation with Margaret Cabell of A Place For Mom, Caring in America

    Margaret Cabell--Chief Community Relations Officer, A Place for Mom Learn about Planning before a loved ones health event! Learn that more than 54% of those surveyed reported wishing they had begun planning for senior care sooner. Learn how early planning gives families time to clarify long-term care goals and preferences, align financial resources, and define roles and responsibilities. Learn how early planning allows families to put essential legal protections in place, creating the foundation for a sustainable and well-rounded care plan. Learn about 7 steps in Planning--A simple-roadmap  1.     Set goals and learn about care options 2.     Form a care team 3.     Understand care costs 4.     Explore payment options 5.     Create a care budget  6.     Develop a legal plan  7.     Revisit plans regularly An Article-- The Cost of Waiting to Talk About Senior Care---done in collaboration between APlan2Age and  A Place for Mom https://www.aplaceformom.com/senior-living-data/the-cost-of-waiting-to-talk-about-senior-careP https://www.aplaceformom.com/ Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    29 min

  7. JAN 16

    Ep 114, A Conversation with Kathy Heery, Positive Aging, Caring in America

    Learn about Kathy Heery's 45-year career in healthcare and aging services began as an RN clinician and later transitioned to executive roles within the corporate sector. Alongside her corporate endeavors, she delved into entrepreneurship and honed her skills as a writer.  Kathy brings a valuable perspective that blends clinical expertise, corporate leadership and various communication abilities. For twenty years, she successfully ran a Geriatric Care Management and Consulting practice, using her talents to make a meaningful impact in the field.  Learn about her journey as a Caregiver for her parents and her sister Learn about acknowledging that you are a Caregiver Learn about not understanding all the roles as a Caregiver Learn about "pulling a blueprint" for aging before you need it Learn about needing a National Conversation about Aging and Care Learn about Kathy's Mission--Help people help themselves Learn about the fear of "opening up" about how you're doing Learn about the cost of care--So Important!! Learn about making a "Plan" Kathy's advise--please speak with someone who understands "aging" www.positiveagingproductions.com Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    24 min

  8. JAN 12

    Ep 112, A Conversation with Linda MacDougall, the right cane, bed etc., Caring in America

    Learn about working with the developmentally disabled and the mentally ill Learn about starting because her Mother Learn about working with the underdog Learn about the senior being an underdog Learn about others making decision's for you Learn about needing help and someone else providing the help Learn about being a message therapist Learn about letting the senior talk and get it out Learn about talking to yourself, alone in the car Learn talking to the dog Learn about using the right cane and or walker Learn about getting a proper assessment before you get one Learn about the right suction cup on the bottom of a cane Learn about the right fit! Learn about the right wheelchair Learn about furniture mismatches Learn about the right bed as we age Learn about the right shoes Learn about Planning! https://www.loveyourlongevity.com/ Our Website  www.aplan2age.org LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/richardwexler/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/points-of-life/ INSTAGRAM  https://www.instagram.com/pointsoflifepodcast/ FACEBOOK  facebook.com/PointsofLifePodcast #eldercare #eldercareplanning #eldercarepodcast #eldercareeducations #eldereducation #podcast #idaho

    25 min
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About

We are the Podcast for Caregivers and the Care Recipient.As Rosalynn Carter stated, There are only four kinds of people in the world — those that have been caregivers, those that are caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”We introduce the Elder Care Experts, who provide their wisdom to educate about Care and all the components around it. Our goal is to make the Caregiver and the Care Recipient aware of as many Elder Care Resources as possible. We tell stories of Care in America. Stories of Love, Compassion, Frustration, Understanding and Patience in Elder Care.

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  • Creator
    Richard
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    132
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Caring in America
  • Show Website
    Caring in America